#storyteller iii

[valshe-eng]

VALSHE 8th mini ALBUM: 「storyteller III 〜THE SCARY STORIES〜」

Release Date: September 18, 2024

*NOTE: More info will be added as it releases, this post will be updated accordingly. Seven stories sung by VALSHE Details under the cut!

Made-to-order edition  ¥14,800 (tax excluded)

8 songs CD

A4 size special booklet (58 pages in total)

2 Separate bonuses

Pre-order period From Sunday, July 28, 2024 8:00pm to Sunday, August 11, 2024, 23:59pm JPT <Bonus A> Participation ticket for the "Witness Meeting"

Attend a "Witness Meeting" at a undisclosed location in Tokyo. (Online streaming on YouTube available) VALSHE will give in-depth insight on the third volume of the completely new ‘Storyteller’ series, music and artwork! Special Guest: Tokumeikibou, doriko, PUPI Date: 12 October (Saturday), 2024 - Details of the event will be communicated to purchasers separately. - Those unable to attend on site can participate via online streaming. - The event is scheduled to last approximately 90 minutes. - Even if you purchase multiple items, you will only be able to attend one event on site.

<Bonus B> Participation ticket for the "Top Secret Autograph Session"

This bonus allows you to participate in the ‘VALSHE & Hakuseki - Top Secret Autograph Session’ held in October at an undisclosed location in Tokyo. This is a rare face-to-face event where VALSHE will sign autographs in a private space with no other visitors. In addition, Hakuseki will also sign autographs just for you in a 1-on-2 format! Date: 13 October (Sunday), 2024 - No online session is available. This event is onsite only. - Timing will be announced individually. We will contact you with information on the location of the event. - Signatures will be signed individually by VALSHE and Hakuseki in the customer's designated place in the booklet of the special edition. Please make sure to bring the booklet with you on the day of the event. - In addition to VALSHE and Hakuseki, a staff member will also be present at the signing event. - If you purchase more than one item, you will receive benefits for the number of items purchased.

Purchase can be made via VALSHE's website (Do note that this edition only ships within Japan) https://shop.valshe.tokyo/

Regular edition  ¥4,000 (tax excluded)

8 songs CD

Comes as a three-sided sleeve

Store benefits include VCC (VALSHE CARD COLLECTION)

Purchase can be made via various websites below https://lnk.to/VALSHE_storyteller_III_EC

[Track list]

Never Landing just Falling Down Composition / Arrangement : G’n-

True meaning of… Lyrics: VALSHE / Takahiro Minato Composition / Arrangement: doriko

Utopia Lyrics / Composition: UmiKun Arrangement: Toshihiro

全心整形 (Full-Heart Plastic Surgery) Lyrics / Composition: Tokumeikibou Arrangement: doriko

Ctrl+Q Lyrics: VALSHE Arrangement / Composition: okamu.

ライトトラップ (Light Trap) Lyrics: doriko Composition: VALSHE Arrangement: Kishi Akira (Rhythmic Toy World)

Dullahan Lyrics: PUPI Composition / Arrangement: G’n-

ギュゲスの指輪 (Gyges' Ring) Lyrics: VALSHE Composition: Yusuke Kikuchi Arrangement: Kishi Akira (Rhythmic Toy World)

Total of 8 songs Source: (x)

[jackshiccup]

despite knowing what was going to happen, snotlout's redemption and eventual downfall was so so heartbreaking to me. we spend the past 10 books witnessing how much he's tormented and bullied hiccup that we all feel the same anger and frustration and resentment as fishlegs does in the beginning of 11. i was, maybe, even rooting for something a little bad to happen to him so that he can feel even a fraction of the humiliation that he put hiccup through. but time and time again hiccup, with his inherent goodness and wonderful capacity to always try and see the best in people, reminds us that people need and deserve second chances. even third, fourth and fifth chances. even when hiccup was faced with the certainty that snotlout was set on betraying him from the start.

that's why it was so satisfying to get to the emotional catharsis of the swordfight. snotlout practically begging for hiccup to hate him and hiccup genuinely not having it in him to be able to. and even after that, even after he disarms hiccup and is seconds from killing him - he doesn't. and then hiccup comforts snotlout through it. he tells him words that snotlout didn't know he's been desperate to hear. he tells him he's being too hard on himself. he tells him he's a hero. he opens a door inside snotlout's life for the first time in a long time. despite everything, he offers him another choice to join the dragonmarkers. and snotlout accepts. he bows to hiccup, he calls him king, pledges his sword to his service forever, shakes his hand and chooses to bear the dragonmark.

and it's this moment we finally seeing the seeds of change planted in snotlout sprout - instigated by gobber teaching him a lesson in the amber slavelands and reminding him what the black star represents: pride, honour, bravery. all the times we see snotlout give in to vulnerability and ponder on his choices, he's always holding onto it. which makes it all the more symbolic when he hangs it around hiccup's neck during his last act of valour.

just like how the book tells us that the tides can change so fast, through hiccup, my heart was able to give snotlout another chance too. and it's because of hiccup's belief in snotlout's potential for more that makes you feel so strongly about his death. snotlout's excitement at finally being on hiccup's side, at doing what's right, at having the opportunity to actually be a hero - we can't help but feel that burst of pride, we can't help but root for him. and so we feel the loss, as hiccup did. and it's a point driven home when hiccup ends the epilogue with how he’s carried snotlout and his sacrifice with him all throughout his life. and how time has rubbed away at the black star.

that now the star doesn't look black at all. just gold.

[soft-and-exhausted]

ah yes the slow decay of a blood soaked empire, the fall of it's last head, burning into oblivion, infer- what do you mean hE COMMISSIONED THAT HIMSELF

[empiredesimparte]

⚜ Le Cabinet Noir | N°28 | Francesim, Palais des Tuileries, Paris, 13 Fructidor An 230

Emperor Napoleon V and Empress Charlotte have announced the joyous news of the upcoming arrival of their first child, the future heir to the throne of Francesim. This is a momentous occasion for the imperial couple and the entire nation, which eagerly awaits the birth of this child. While the baby’s gender and name remain closely guarded secrets, anticipation is already palpable among the people, who are preparing to celebrate this new addition to the imperial lineage with great enthusiasm.

As Francesim rejoices at the news of the imperial couple’s first child, a pressing question fills public conversations and speculations: will Emperor Napoleon V be at his wife’s side in the coming months? This question is especially pertinent given the Regency, which allows the Empress to govern in the Emperor’s absence as he pursues military training.

In this unprecedented situation, observers wonder if the sovereign, already far from the palace, might set aside his ambitions temporarily to support Charlotte through this crucial period. The answer to this question could well shape the coming months and further endear the young imperial family to the French people.

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⚜ Traduction française

L’Empereur Napoléon V et l’Impératrice Charlotte ont révélé l’heureuse nouvelle de l’arrivée prochaine de leur premier enfant, futur héritier du trône de Francesim. C'est un événement marquant pour le couple impérial, mais aussi pour toute la nation, qui se réjouit d'accueillir ce bébé. Si le sexe et le prénom de l'enfant restent encore des secrets bien gardés, l'attente est déjà palpable au sein du peuple, qui se prépare à célébrer avec ferveur cet héritier de la lignée impériale.

Alors que la Francesim célèbre l'annonce du premier enfant du couple impérial, une question brûlante anime les conversations et les spéculations. De nombreux Français s'interrogent : l'Empereur Napoléon V sera-t-il aux côtés de son épouse, l'Impératrice Charlotte, durant ces prochains mois ? Cette interrogation prend tout son sens dans le contexte de la Régence, mise en place pour permettre à l'Impératrice de gouverner en l'absence de son époux, parti parfaire sa formation militaire.

Avec cette situation inédite, les observateurs se demandent si le souverain, déjà engagé loin du palais, pourra s'accorder une pause dans ses ambitions pour soutenir Charlotte durant cette période cruciale. Une question dont la réponse pourrait bien influencer le cours des prochains mois et nourrir encore davantage l'attachement des Français pour leur jeune famille impériale.

[tabney2023]

Queen Charlotte. A Bridgerton Story on Netflix. Corey Mylchreest portrays King George. India Amarteifio portrays a Young Queen Charlotte.

[faibleprompts]

Faible prompt of the day!

Who was your favorite character to romance in Baldur's Gate?

[eve-to-adam]

The Wars of the Roses: Queen of the Sun in Splendour

The Wars of the Roses: Queen of the Sun in Splendour is my MA graduation project. This comic wants to explore the status of medieval women and to study some of the historical events of England's longest civil war. This work combines fiction, history and fantastic elements, which were transposed with the help of tarot cards. This comic is my personal project, which can be considered as a study on elements such as worldbuilding and storytelling.

At the moment I was forced to limit myself to a very small part of the subject. I really hope that in the future, I will be able to build a much more elaborate and long-lasting comic on this subject. :)

For those interested, you can read the comic here.

I hope you will like it. ^.^

[slavicafire]

my dream is to be able to do a run with both a tav and a durge character simultaneously

[thepointsaviour]

Astarion my foppish friend, I know you like it rough, but my scales are too coarse for your delicate sensibilities

[rootedincuteness]

Of course we couldn't get away with just one large pumpkin and a smattering of tiny gourds. Time for more! I told these three to pick out one pumpkin or gourd apiece, and their different personalities came through in their choices. Mog, ever the proper tea-drinking 'shroom, went for a nice, traditional, round pumpkin. Marshmallow went for a pumpkin that was... well, the color of marshmallows! And Stormy decided a gnarly, warty gourd was just perfect. I think we've got a nice collection going now, don't you? =)

[valshe-eng]

VALSHE - True meaning of… - Official Music Video

[whibleysims]

"First time in Feverfew?" Reginald II asked.

"Yes sir, it is," Kathleen answered, staring at her fingernails.

"Oh, don't do that -- don't call me sir."

"Sir Reginald is granddad," Reginald III explained.

"Oh, sorry, my mistake."

"That's alright. You'll be learning a lot of names and customs today," Reginald II replied with a short chuckle.

Kathleen swallowed.

"We're here. Reg, son, maybe you should, um, debrief Kathleen before heading inside; I'll prepare the others."

"That's not necessary, we'll come in with you."

"If you say so."

[marmiteprinter]

Charlie noticed his dad walking past outside and rushed out to greet him.

"Dad! It's been so long! You must come in and meet Georgia!" he cried as he hugged his dad.

Kyle smiled. "Of course, son! Your mum will be angry she wasn't here to meet her as well, though!"

Stephen came home with a promotion to Party DJ, and new night-time hours to go with it. Looks like Stephen and Charlie will be taking shifts as parents for a little while!

Inside, Kyle was loving getting to know his new granddaughter.

"Where's Georgie? Where is she? Peekaboo!"

Stephen peered down at them from the sofa. "Are you all right down there, Mr O'Donnell? You know, she will play that for hours and never get bored so if your knees or back are hurting, feel free to stop any time!"

Kyle chuckled. "They are hurting a bit! I'm not as young as I was. I used to play this with Charlie and his siblings all the time but it was easier then!"

He got up, groaning, and decided to take his leave.

"I'll come back soon and I'll bring your mother next time!" he said.

Just a brief glimpse at the growing family tree of the O'Donnells... four grandchildren already! I love it!

The round came to an end that night when the season changed so have a family picture where I actually managed to wrangle Georgia without too much trouble!

Stephen is now 24, Charlie is 23, and Georgia is 2.

The next family is the Turner family (Lucas) - let's see what he's up to!

[empiredesimparte]

⚜ Le Sacre de Napoléon V | N°17 | Francesim, Paris, 29 Thermidor An 230

After midnight, Louis and Charlotte returned to their flats and celebrated the coronation day in private. However, despite the celebrations, Charlotte could not stop thinking about her husband's departure. She would like him to stay with her for the next few months. To reassure her, Louis promises to consult his advisers once more.

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⚜ Traduction française

Après minuit, le coupe impérial regagne ses appartements et célèbrent en privé la journée du couronnement. Cependant, Charlotte ne cesse de penser au départ de son époux, malgré ce jour de fête. Elle aimerait qu'il reste auprès d'elle les prochains mois. Pour la rassurer, Louis lui promet de consulter ses conseillers une nouvelle fois.

(ils s’embrassent)

(Charlotte) … Je n’oublierais jamais ce jour extraordinaire (Napoléon) C’était incroyable, n’est-ce pas ?

(Charlotte) … Merci (Napoléon) Pour quoi ?

(Charlotte) Pour tout, tu as tellement fait pour nous (Napoléon) Tu vas bien ?

(Charlotte) Je n’arrive pas à me faire à l’idée que tu partes bientôt (Napoléon) Chérie…

(Charlotte) Non. Promets-moi que nous trouverons toujours du temps pour nous (Napoléon) Charlotte…

(Napoléon) Bien sûr. Je te le promets. Notre famille sera toujours ma priorité

(Napoléon) Rien n'est plus important que toi et notre enfant

(Charlotte) Alors, prouve-le (Napoléon) Je…

(Napoléon) Je dois aller à ma formation, c’est mon rêve depuis toujours. Et cela fait partie de mon devoir, je dois servir à l’armée. Nos enfants le devront aussi

(Napoléon) Ne rends pas le départ plus difficile, chaton (Charlotte) Louis, c’est toi qui compliques tout

(Charlotte) Je devrais avoir mon époux auprès de moi, et à la place, je vais devoir gérer le bébé mais aussi le pays entier. Ton absence sera mal vue, je ne parle pas de moi mais de l’opinion publique

(Napoléon) Mes conseillers m’ont dit le contraire (Charlotte) Ils ne savent pas que l’on attend un enfant

(Napoléon) Tu as réponse à tout (Charlotte) Et toi, tu me fatigues (Napoléon) Attends !

(Napoléon) Il vaut mieux que je parte maintenant plutôt que les premières années du bébé, tu ne crois pas ? Si je repousse éternellement l’occasion, je ne le ferai jamais et tu le sais

(Napoléon) A mon retour, je vous couvrirai de cadeaux et d’histoires palpitantes. Cette expérience nous servira tous les deux toute notre vie

(Charlotte) Je ne peux pas approuver, c’est une mauvaise idée Louis. Je suis honnête avec toi, que ça te plaise ou non

(Napoléon) Ecoute, je vais m’entretenir à nouveau avec mes conseillers et j’écouterai leur avis (Charlotte) C’est le plus sage

(Napoléon) Il faut bien leur annoncer la nouvelle de toute façon (Charlotte) Oui. On a assez attendu

[pixie-in-a-moonlantern]

Hiya.

You know I haven't done a single epilogue yet?

Why? I mod a lot and I like it. But some of them apparently interfered with the new text - because the only dialogue I was getting during epilogues was [Not Found]. Yeah, yikes.

I fixed it today, yay! So... to celebrate, here's some mixing up - because I have to start all over again. I don't hate it, at least I get to do something new!

Meet Tavryn, my dwarven lady Paladin Durge. I thought it would be interesting to have a Paladin break their Oath during one of the Urge moments ^^

She looks like Solo's Qi'ra and I love it ♥

Look at those adorable eyes she makes when she feels pathetically lobotomized x_X

I gave her some cute new bloodguzzler's garb.

I might post bits of her story as long as my "Jump" skill is still named Jump and not [Not Found] xD. And hopefully I won't see any not-founds in the epilogue, either, and get to enjoy the sweet wrap-up too!

Follow for more BG3 ♥

[exposingtheidiocy]

This Scene Sucks: Sora's Breakdown (KH3)

"Sora Gives Up & Everyone Dies"

"Sora Gives Up"

You can probably already tell from the title of the video that it sucks. Context makes it even worse.

Much has been said about the scene of everyone facing off against Terranort and the Demon Tide, and I agree with all of the criticisms: everyone stood there and let themselves get fucked over, the scene was badly paced, cinematography was horrible, etc.

But the part I'm highlighting is after that, from around 6:17 and onwards, after the Demon Tide takes out the rest of the cast except Sora and Riku and he breaks down in tears. This moment got so much hype from the trailer showcasing it, and even today, many praise it as an amazing scene, but not me.

Listen to this garbage:

"They're gone. Kairi, Donald... Goofy, the King... Gone forever. What do we do? Without them...I... All my strength came from them. They gave me all of it. Alone, I'm worthless."

What the fuck.

First of all, Riku said a few minutes earlier that they still have their hearts, which means it was not too late, but they have to protect them. Despite this, Sora just stands there and spouts this garbage instead of fighting. I could see him breaking down after the fact, or even for a little bit before he starts fighting, but this is how he acts throughout the whole scene before darkness wins. Riku isn't much better, he doesn't pick up the slack for Sora, he doesn't try all that hard to get him to pull it together, he just says a platitude. Riku comes off as an uncaring dickhead, he couldn't care less that Sora is having a meltdown over people dying, or that said people just died.

The quoted line above is supposed to be this huge callback to the moment in Hollow Bastion from the original KH where Riku takes everything from him, but it fails. Sora lost everything: his weapon, his friends, and he eventually got his act together. Seeing Beast fight that hard for the one he loved was more than enough motivation, but in this scene, he still has a weapon, and Riku is still there (I guess he's just not that important to him anymore).

He also says his strength came from his friends (again, I guess Riku doesn't count), but who was doing almost everything throughout the game? Who was the one saving everybody? Him. It's not this clever deconstruction of the "my friends are my power line" that everyone says it is, it's just stupid. This sort of scene was also done better in the previous world, The Caribbean, in the same game - the scene where he pounces on Davy Jones wass good.

Another thing I see people say is that it's a culmination of his self-doubt in 3 (an arc that I think was so poorly executed as it required him to be ooc to tell this story), and that it was buildup from DDD. Yes, people, this COMPELLING character arc hinges on context from A FUCKING SPINOFF TITLE. I think that says enough.

The scene is also hilarious considering when he sees Chirithy, he's back to being the "sunshine boy"!

In summary, the scene was way too overdramatized in context, didn't live up to trailer hype, compromised Sora's character (and Riku's to an extent, as well as the others who just stood there and died), and the lines were badly written.